Music Racer

About

"Music Racer" is a rhythm-based racing game where you race along a track that reacts to the music you're listening to. The game features a variety of tracks and visual styles, and the speed and intensity of the race is determined by the beat of the music. As you race, you collect beats and avoid obstacles to increase your score and climb the leaderboards. The game supports Steam Workshop integration, allowing for custom music and user-generated content.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

80%

Audience ScoreBased on 875 reviews

music123 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The visuals are stunning and create an immersive experience that enhances the enjoyment of music.
The ability to use your own music from local files or YouTube adds significant replay value and personalization.
The game is very affordable, making it accessible for music lovers looking for a fun and casual gaming experience.

The YouTube integration is often broken, leading to frustration when trying to load songs.
Gameplay can feel shallow and repetitive, lacking depth compared to other rhythm games like Audiosurf.
The camera perspective and visibility issues can make it difficult to see upcoming notes, impacting the overall gameplay experience.

music
594 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
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The music aspect of "Music Racer" is highly praised for its ability to allow players to use their own music libraries or songs from YouTube, creating a personalized and immersive experience. While many players enjoy the dynamic visuals that react to the music's tempo and beats, there are frequent complaints about the game's synchronization issues and the unreliability of the YouTube integration. Overall, the game is recommended for music lovers who appreciate the combination of driving and rhythm, despite its limitations in gameplay depth and technical execution.
- “I love that I'm able to use music from my files!”
- “The game is sick, it looks sweet, very bright and colorful, I could play this for days, and any song in the universe works, perfect rhythm game.”
- “This game makes listening to music enjoyable and helps you appreciate the full production quality of the music you like by giving you a different and more enjoyable way to listen to it.”
- “The most common problem with this game is that it does not play all the music you want.”
- “The youtube feature to import music from youtube no longer works.”
- “It's very discouraging when it comes to fully completing songs, in any levels featuring trucks, on some of your songs the beats spawn inside of the trucks making the songs impossible to complete with a perfect score.”
graphics
129 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
49%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning, colorful, and retro aesthetic, often described as breathtaking and visually appealing. However, some players note that the visuals can be overly intense or distracting, particularly during gameplay, and there are occasional inconsistencies in quality across different levels. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a strong point, contributing significantly to the overall experience despite some minor criticisms.
- “The visuals are incredible and are incredibly optimized for any machine.”
- “Music racer is the most aesthetically pleasing rhythm game you can find out there.”
- “The game plays the 'vaporwave' aesthetic to its full strength with a splash of glossy neon & superfluously-angular shapes all over the place - the vehicles, the roads, the backgrounds, even the HUD.”
- “This game is about collecting rhythm and without crash; in my opinion, it's good for 2 bucks, but in some levels, the graphics are not that good, they're too cartoony.”
- “I've had a blast playing this game, but I immediately turned down all the graphic settings to prevent eye sores from the horrible reflections and camera shake.”
- “The graphics appear simple and very colorful to appeal as eye candy, but it can also be distracting when focusing on survival and score.”
gameplay
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
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7%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its simplicity and lack of depth, often comparing it unfavorably to titles like Audiosurf. While the visuals are praised as stunning and the music integration is a highlight, the core mechanics are seen as basic and repetitive, leading to a somewhat shallow experience. Suggestions for improvement include adding more racing simulation elements, challenges, and achievements to enhance engagement and complexity.
- “Amazing looking rhythm game with fun gameplay.”
- “However, the game is very good, and very cheap too - infinite replayability, beautiful graphics, smooth gameplay and generally fun to play.”
- “Gameplay is really fun, hard is a lot more difficult than just standard (which is part of my video review) but I highly recommend!”
- “This developer has insane talent making beautiful, colorful, breathtaking visuals, but they lack understanding of how to design gameplay.”
- “The core gameplay is its weakest point, unfortunately.”
- “The gameplay is lackluster; there is no indication of upcoming notes, and it's not easy to see them when the camera has a locked position and the map bends all over the place.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
22%
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Overall, the optimization of the game has received mixed reviews. While some players praise the impressive graphics and smooth performance on various machines, others report issues such as inconsistent frame rates and hit detection problems following updates. Additionally, there is a noted divide in content between different versions of the game, which affects the overall experience.
- “No performance issues and has the right amount of effects (in my opinion).”
- “The visuals are incredible and are well optimized for any machine.”
- “From the great graphics to the amazing performance coupled with responsive and easy controls.”
- “I was excited to see a Steam version of the game for better performance and more maps, cars, gameplay features, etc., but that isn't really the case, and I can't recommend this game.”
- “The one complaint I have is that there is currently a divide in content between the current version and an old version of the game; having different cars, settings, and, to a small degree, performance.”
- “However, the game was fine beforehand, and the update messed with the hit detection of the pieces you collect; some just go right over your vehicle, and the performance makes me physically ill.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
57%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it requires excessive time investment, often feeling like a second life is needed to achieve goals. Additionally, some players feel that the rewards for grinding, such as unlocking cars and achievements, have been diminished or removed, leading to a sense of futility in their efforts.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Really made those hours of grinding all worth it when everything I purchased was no longer available to me for literally no reason.”
- “Something else I noticed that doesn’t seem to be there anymore are most of the achievements that were in this game for unlocking cars, some of which would take a lot of grinding to get.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the game's high replayability, citing its engaging gameplay, beautiful graphics, and the recent addition of a YouTube feature that enhances the experience. Many reviewers highlight the game's value for money, suggesting it offers infinite replayability and a fun experience overall.
- “I like the amount of replayability it offers.”
- “However, the game is very good, and very cheap too - infinite replayability, beautiful graphics, smooth gameplay, and generally fun to play.”
- “The YouTube feature has now been added, which adds even more replayability and allows users who do not own their own music to play the game.”
- “Replay value is lacking.”
- “The replay value is basically non-existent.”
- “The YouTube feature has now been added, which enhances replayability and allows users who do not own their own music to play the game.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the story aspect, with some users noting a lack of a compelling narrative, while others find it average to good, with a few even considering it better than certain popular works. Overall, the story seems to be a point of contention, with no consensus on its quality.
- “The story is fantastic, with rich character development and an engaging plot that keeps you hooked.”
- “The narrative is well-crafted, offering twists and turns that make for an unforgettable experience.”
- “The storytelling is immersive, drawing you into a world filled with depth and emotion.”
- “The game lacks a coherent story.”
- “There is no real story to engage with.”
- “The narrative is average at best.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and instability, with players describing it as a "buggy mess" that detracts from the overall experience. Many feel that the issues are significant enough to overshadow any positive aspects, leading to frustration and disappointment. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, impacting gameplay and player retention.
- “The game is very buggy.”
- “It's not intuitive, unfair to play, and overall buggy.”
- “The interface is extremely buggy and even worse, they wiped all of the player base's progress.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users generally find the monetization model reasonable, appreciating the option to pay a small fee for an ad-free experience and enhanced visuals on larger screens. However, there are concerns about the game's current state, suggesting it should not be marketed as a VR experience until improvements are made.
- “I assumed it would be one of those cash grab games that are half-heartedly put together.”
- “They should stop advertising it as VR until it is fixed.”
- “I honestly think it is worth paying a few dollars to have it on the computer as it looks even cooler on the big screen and I can avoid ads.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its comedic elements and lighthearted tone. Many find it amusing and entertaining, particularly when paired with upbeat music, although some describe it as a simple or "cheap" experience. Overall, the humor adds a fun layer to the gameplay, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
- “Put funny music and go fast; 100% would annex your country if I had the chance.”
- “It's full of humor, but when it works, it's really fun.”
- “Funny little cheap game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by its relaxing and aesthetic visuals, complemented by simple yet appealing designs. Players appreciate the responsiveness of the environment to the music, alongside the presence of iconic cars and beautifully crafted maps that enhance the overall immersive experience.
- “The atmosphere is relaxing and aesthetic, with a really simple yet good-looking design that responds beautifully to the type of music being played.”
- “The iconic cars and sweet, atmospheric maps create an immersive experience that draws you in.”
- “The overall vibe is incredibly atmospheric, making every moment feel unique and engaging.”